Rove Winery Blog

There’s something magical about pairing wine and cheese. The way flavors dance, textures play, and every sip brings a new layer of delight. Whether you’re planning a cozy evening for two or hosting friends for a relaxed get-together, a wine and cheese night is the perfect way to slow down and savor the moment. Start with the Wine Begin by selecting 3 to 5 wines that offer a range of styles: light, bold, crisp, and sweet.  Sample Wine Flight to Inspire Your Lineup For a wine and cheese night, you want to move from the lightest and most refreshing to...

Traverse City, MI (August 6, 2025) - Rove Winery at the Gallagher Estate is bringing its estate-grown, Leelanau-inspired wines to the bustling Metro Detroit area, thanks to a new partnership with Michigan By The Bottle (MBTB) (PRWeb). A Scenic Tradition at the Highest Peaks Founded in 2016 by Creighton and McKenzie Gallagher, Rove Winery sits atop the highest elevation in Leelanau County (1,165 feet), where sweeping views and Lake Michigan’s cool breezes shape wines that reflect both the land and its legacy (PRWeb). As fifth‑generation farmers turned vintners, the Gallaghers harness their roots with purpose-creating wines that honor their farming heritage,...

Hello August! Savoring Summer at Rove Winery - Summer in Northern Michigan is truly magical, golden evenings on the Leelanau Peninsula, lake breezes through the vines, and long, sunlit days meant for gathering with friends over a great bottle of wine. It’s our favorite time of year to welcome you to the highest point of Leelanau and share everything that makes this season so special at Rove. We’re thrilled to be part of the Traverse City Wine & Food Festival, celebrating the best of our region’s flavors and community. And for an even more intimate experience, mark your calendar for...

Tucked away along the northwestern coast of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula lies a destination that surprises and delights even seasoned wine lovers: Leelanau Peninsula. With its rolling hills, panoramic water views, and quiet charm, it’s home to some of the most captivating wines in the Midwest.  And at the heart of it all is Rove Winery, where the grapes are estate-grown and the experience is every bit as refreshing as the lake breeze. A Perfect Place for the Grape to Grow Leelanau Peninsula may feel off the beaten path, but for grapes, it’s a dream. The region benefits from a unique...